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@sikco

4 ай бұрын

Is the moonroof slide manual? I noticed the handle. Or is this because this is a pre-production model?

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

@@sikco the shade is manual sliding, yes

@MarkR973

4 ай бұрын

I think given the cost of it for how bland the interior seems I might be inclined to go for the land cruiser, the other product appears to have a better dash layout and more color choices... gotta see them in person tho.

@CeCullar

4 ай бұрын

I’ve looked at both, the Defender feels bigger inside but other than that the GX looks better, feels better (obviously) I couldn’t drive the GX but I’m fairly certain it will drive great

@catrider4863

4 ай бұрын

You said the load floor wasn't flat because you only folded the top of the seats down. Doesn't the 2nd row also lift up and fold forward against the 1st row seats, leaving a mostly flat load floor?

Lexus GX is always the answer. That said, the Defender market is a separate market. The appeal of Japanese reliability will either be paramount to a buyer or it will be completely irrelevant. Reliable 4x4 is the selling point here 😃

@esteban75lover23

4 ай бұрын

good analysis of the difference between lexus and LR buyers. LR buyers are alot more driven on the emotions of the vehicle. The character of the interior of the defender and the history of the nameplate carries alot more weight than the GX. It is very well possible land rover buyers/owners view this as an asian knockoff of a legend.

@FLG8r

4 ай бұрын

Well said. And if you step up to the LX - the same statement applies. Currently own a '14 LX and I'd be interested to drive the new LX600.

@artureff3046

4 ай бұрын

@@esteban75lover23 LR can have a V8

@yelapa999

4 ай бұрын

I like that the GX (LC Prado for the rest of the world) is a tough, proven performer in the African bush and Middle Eastern deserts. Ubiquitous, and repair parts are therefore ubiquitous and you don't get skinned too bad on the price for them. (2015 Lux here who loves my V8).

@c1aytonbigsby

4 ай бұрын

@@artureff3046but it’s worse off-road which is kind of the whole selling point of the two vehicles

This is my only Lexus off-road vehicle to buy.

Thanks for the review guys! Long time subscriber here. You guys are killing it and your hard work is greatly appreciated!!

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thank you very much, friend! 😁

finally Lexus nailed the exterior design.

@kimnewcom

4 ай бұрын

Unfortunately not the interior. Too much plastic, looks cheap compared to its competitors

@sunchaser999

4 ай бұрын

@@kimnewcomprobably a way to make you upgrade to the luxury version.

@andresmattos7541

4 ай бұрын

BUT THE INTERIOR IS OOZING CHEAPNESS AND BLAND DESIGN

@sunchaser999

4 ай бұрын

@@andresmattos7541 I was never a fan of Lexus interior ever so I get it.

@edmundcharles5278

4 ай бұрын

…but not the interior design features!

The problem that everyone tends to forget is that Land Rover's Terrain Response System has an off-road programme that is second to none, even without a differential lock. Even if Land Rover is at the bottom of the league when it comes to durability, they can do off-road.

Thanks guys for video , love what Lexus did , have 2014 gx460 , love it

The 12v port (when not in use) is where you can place your phone upright so it’s in front of you, hence the rubber vertical lines.

Technically, you guys could have measured cargo capacity with the second row seats tumbled forward

@mvubu6823

4 ай бұрын

Or just looked in the spec sheet

Great review thanks !!!!

It’s very nice! I can’t wait for part 2

Having own a 97 LX450, old school... will definitely appreciate the all new 550!

Amazing video guys.

Great review! Lexus did a fantastic job with the new GX can’t wait to see them out on the road

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thanks!

I have never been a fan of Lexus' grill but this particular one is so well executed, elegant but rugged at the same time. Hopefully they stick to this design language for future models

There is no bezel or trim around the gauge cluster. Which looks very strange. It looks like the gauges was slapped on at the last minute and does not seperate the rest of the dash from the gauges. Also the dash trim goes snug into the gauges, which is asymmetric, which drives me nuts when i am driving it.

22’s look really weird on this, I think the overland trim is the way to go smaller wheels make this thing beefy

The two tone trim is available on the overtrail and overtrail+ not just the latter.

Do the rear seats not fold down and then kick upright behind the front seats??

Great video of the all new Lexus GX!! Great job Drew & Mason!!

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thanks so much!

Thanks for the review. When is the driving impression embargo gonna be lifted? :)

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

February 1st!

nice review gentlemen

Very nice GX! Just wish it had the 2400 watt inverter that will come standard with the upcoming Land Cruiser.

Is it just me or is there a lot of plastic where the digital gauge cluster is . I feel like they could have used a bigger screen or done what the competitors are doing and make a screen that connects to the infotainment system. It looks like a giant plastic housing from the early 2000s

This is the nicest truck. 1. This 2. cyber truck (too many unknowns and potential quality and usability issues). 3. New Porsche Cayenne

Great job

6:47 zooming in the door sticker for an awesome surprise; a payload capacity of 1545lbs is going to be epic for an overland build!

Pretty impressive vehicle from Lexus. I'd like to check it out for sure!

Fantastic review as per usual!😸

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

😁

Such a nice suv. Have owned my lx 470 for a couple years and looking for an upgrade.

Is the Lexus clock an option? I know it is a little detail but I do like the analog Lexus clock.

Is the Metallic Clearasil a new color?

Very nice LX550, what is the fuel tank capacity?

Great video friends! Been following your channel for sometime now. Enjoy your contents. As for the vehicle, while I love Toyota products these prices are really getting more scarier each time. We all know how dealerships are going to play this out they’ll end up adding another at least $5K if not more to the MSRP for “market adjustment” and push the price closer to six figures if not beyond that. Not sure how long this can continue… either the feds or the manufacturers really need to take some action and make these prices somewhat affordable for average people. Not everyone is a millionaire or lives with their parents and not worry about paying bills to afford these prices. This is outrageous.

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thank you!

Just got brand new 2023 GX,went for the 2023 because the V8 engine but this mew model looks very nice.

@paulbugoni2846

4 ай бұрын

Exterior wise the GX550 looks better but interior looks cheap. Adding all the mechanical complication for 1 more mpg is ridiculous. Need to see the real world mpg. If I were leasing I’d take a look at the LR but buying I’d probably go with this.

@CJL36

4 ай бұрын

Probably could have easily squeezed that extra MPG out of the V8 with just the updated transmission.

@paulbugoni2846

4 ай бұрын

Exactly. I thought they should have retuned the V8 and given it DI in addition to the PI-would be great but tuning it to accept regular in lieu of premium fuel would have been very nice. Lower running costs in addition to long term reliability would have been a homerun for consumers but I guess if you can afford the truck you can afford the gas....

@jnagime

4 ай бұрын

@@CJL36 Exactly !

Great review, have looked online since I put in an order and this is the most helpful video I have seen. Thanks

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Great video guys. Nice work on the cargo capacity and showing the folding second row. One question because my wife will want to know: Is the seat massage only on the driver side?

@CarConfections

2 ай бұрын

It should be on both front seats!

Are the seats comfortable? My KIA Telluride front seat are awful, hard as a rock!

Can the rear seats be removed for a full flat rear storage area?

Wow this is so nice

Such a unique color❤would really consider owning it

Awesome. Aspiring to buy one. Fantastic Aesthetics. Great job Lexus!

That's the one I want, it's a little behind schedule on release but it's worth the wait

I love it can’t wait to drive it home.

I feel like the Ford Bronco has ushered in a new era of bringing back boxed SUVs and Trucks, and I am here for it! Granted, I realize this mirrors a lot of the Tundra, but I truly think the attention the Bronco received made a lot of other companies curious.

What is the height in inches of the lowest point in the hatch opening. ?

Please measure the height of the cargo areas in your reviews guys. Otherwise great review. 🤘

So, is the new land cruiser smaller than this? Or its equivalent?

Hi guys, Absolutely Awesome review, just wanna know if you get this new Lexus GX in Diesel too?

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! In the U.S at least, we will not be having a diesel variant

However, it appears that the display for mapping is not significantly larger than the 2023, since it appears that part of the screen below that is attributable to climate / other functions.

gorgeous vehicle

I just sold my 2021 4runner lunar gray trd pro for a 2024 night edition palisades because I am old and just lost my job so thought it was a practical decision. Palisade is a different level luxury “suv” but it is a sports car vs. my 4runner. That said, I miss that beast (which I had lifted, winched, and off-roading). I want this Lexus Gx. If not for anything else but to go n the trails and see if I can drive it better than the guy that ripped off his bumper and almost flipped his prior gen gx when my cousin even crushed it in his Colorado. I know they are capable…

❤❤❤ lovely interior design,big space🎉 for everyone in the car❤❤

I was ready to place an order for one of these, but they dont offer a 3rd row in thet trim and from what it sounds like it cant be retrofitted easily. As a father of four that is unfortunately a deal breaker. Going to buy a used LX570 and throw some portals on it instead for the same price.

@edmundcharles5278

4 ай бұрын

There are plenty of 2023 GX vehicles available -get one and you will not regret it!

@marcochavanne

4 ай бұрын

@@edmundcharles5278 I had a 2010 GX Premium that I modded already. 275/70R18 (33.5") Klever RTs. Roof rack, spare tire carrier etc. Did some weeklong overland trips to Big Bend State Park and some different areas of Colorado. Was an okay truck overall and got the job done. I just personally think it felt cheap compared to my 2004 GX470 I kept when it was time to trade one of them in. The GX460s just feel more like a 4Runner to me like how the doors close, as well as the fit is and finish of the interior. Idk it's hard to articulate what I'm trying to say but they both felt different and I wasn't as impressed with the GX460.

What is the width of the cargo area in inches between the wheel wells measured at the floor.

Will probably end up getting the Land Cruiser over this because of the hybrid option. I have a 4Runner and the MPG's are horrific.

@DukeofBarrence

4 ай бұрын

I think he did say a hybrid was coming at some point for this

Bro to answer your question YES and could you do one on the overtrail + because that is the one I want to get. Engineering backgground here great review. The Overtrail + is about $10,000 more but you also get more luxuries like heated seats. I care about off roading and luxury. I like the 17 Combined MPG and the twin turbo V6 will get you 350 HP. Plus the Ovetrail models get you 33" tires.The design is excellent they gave that boxy rugged shape but it looks modern. I like the grill it is not your typical Lexus grill. I like the compressed version over the other one.

Great review. I think they did an incredible job in design. Also love the minimal usage of gloss black in the interior. Although they kept lots of physical buttons, I did expect Lexus to utilize more in the GX like the heat/cool seats, fan speed, etc.; should still have the ruggedness & tactility. Imagine trying to change fan speed on touch control while on a bumpy trail.

First of all, I love your videos. Could you do us a favor for part two. Could you compare the Overtrail to the Overtrail plus the specs and features the differences?

@CarConfections

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for the support! We will look at doing that once we get more time with the GX soon!

@thebig12conference73

2 ай бұрын

@@CarConfections I can’t wait for the review on the Overall Performance that is the one for me.

I really like the rims on this vehicle!!!

Excellent video ❤

Beautiful SUV

Defender is still sexier inside and outside. 😊

I’m a little surprised they’re not including automatic load leveling with such a high tow rating.

Whole SUV 🔥 🔥🔥🔥🔥

Metal skid-plate is very good thing!

This looks like the 80s series land cruiser/ lx450 IMO. Still looks great. Let's see about the reliability.

@Emmanuel0

4 ай бұрын

😂 its a Lexus, the Best reliability brand in the world!!!

@ditiprel4

4 ай бұрын

@@Emmanuel0 I know the old one was bulletproof. Let's see how bulletproof this new one is. Acting like I don't know Lexus is reliable.

Beautiful car. Still falls short aesthetically of my 110 :)

cool but too expensive...raising prices like whoa!

FJ Cruiser mirrors

So glad this is coming from two of my favorite guys! ❤️

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thank you, friend!

I maybe older but I love car and I love watching your channel too 😂 I like this car but I don’t like the screen that’s looks so square 😅

@ditiprel4

4 ай бұрын

Im 18 myself and am not a fan of big screens either.

Why does no one mention the HUGE hump on the second row floor? This essentially takes a large SUV and makes it a 4 seater. No other previous Land Cruiser or GX has ever had that. Even other hardcore off-roaders from other manufacturers don’t have center humps this big. Whats the deal?????

@edmundcharles5278

4 ай бұрын

….this vehicle needs more design engineering!

They did a great job. I think the only things that aren’t for me are the light bar and the full digital center console. I prefer the separated lights, and the more button-filled console of the Land Cruiser.

This is so beautiful definition of off-roading in luxury Jesus this is what I want ❤️

This is the Disco/Defender that actually doesn't need a tow truck as an accessory at point of purchase. I love thst Lexus kept it mostly straightforward without too much in the way gagetry that seems to dominate many offroad-focused vehicles these days. Lexus absolutely nailed it with styling and that alone is going to bring in buyers that otherwise wouldn't be interested. I do wish they offered the Tundra's Hybridmax powertrain for not only the extra grunt, but the ability to creep along at low speeds without the engine in use, but I'm sure Toyota has their reason for not doing so since they're deeply invested in hybridized ICE powertrains. I'm typically tough on Lexus because I feel they've strayed too far away from their winning formula of the 90s/early 2000s. But this vehicle is a homerun, no question.

@anthonyfarnan5935

4 ай бұрын

You can thank Land Rover for the styling of this GX.

Can you take the second row entirely out?

I thought the seats folded twice and stowed vertically to give more storage space. I swear another video I watched showed that 🤔.

This is going to sell very well, real legends know this. This car has the best reputation on the road period.

How much out the door for this thing?

8:02 is there a way to turn off that annoying startup noise? Also I hate digital dashes, very hard to see in the sunlight. Too much reliability on touchscreen, would like more buttons like Land Cruiser. Miss the manual e-brake. Besides that those are the only complaints, the rest looks fantastic. The engine and Kdss alone makes this significantly better than Land Cruiser.

Great info on the SUV and all around good review. Just for the love of God, don't do that close up back and forth when reviewing a center infotainment screen. Not enjoyable. Besides that, great stuff guys!

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Thanks! I'll pass that along to Mason

This is it. Toyota finally got it right. Even better looking than it’s flagship LX model.

the rear wiper should be hidden and bigger but impressive car to say the least

Looks like a modern version of the J80 LX450

I think those that buy G Wagons, Land Rover Defenders and vehicle like the GX550 want to looks rugged at the grocery store parking lot or at the campsite. (In the National Park) Funny, I have never seen any of those 4x4's on the many times I have spent in the very rugged back country areas in Africa, South America and New Zealand. Land Rovers are few and far between as well, why, they tell be they are not reliable, just a few old ones hanging on. The vehicle you see everywhere in very rugged, branch snapping, riverbed running, water crossing zones is Toyota Landcruiser.

no remote start on that key fob?

Very Nice Car 🤠

Thank you Car Contraptions. This should be a big seller. Looks super nice! I'll guess hardly any of them will go off road.

@induction7895

4 ай бұрын

They are not Car Contraptions. They are Car Considerations.

@amill1563

4 ай бұрын

@@induction7895 Ahhhhh.......

@kevinbreese5739

4 ай бұрын

@@induction7895 Nope. They are Car Contemplations

@bluethundar

4 ай бұрын

I thought they are car connections

@charlesjackson1700

4 ай бұрын

Car Confections

I'll wait a couple years when they offer Mark Levinson on the Premium+ trim and an iForce V6

Love the new Lexus GX and especially the new interior design and it’s so nice and luxurious 😍🔥

If I am not mistaken, the Luxury trim levels have rear HVAC temperature controls, and outlets along the ceiling? Can someone confirm this? Among several other reasons the Luxury trim level prices exceed the Overtrail. Of course also the leather seating surfaces and darkening sunroof. However, the downside for those who would wish to off-road with a Luxury variant is the 22" wheels, not suited for serious off-roading. And of course as pointed out the Overtrail only has 2-row seating.

@CarConfections

4 ай бұрын

Actually both the Premium and Luxury trims get the extra climate zone in the back

@jamesemanner9671

4 ай бұрын

Good to know. Thanks! Must be in conjunction with the 3rd-row seat.

@DD-dj4jr

4 ай бұрын

Photos indicate Land Cruiser 250 will also have the rear ceiling vents. Huge miss in the GX550 Overtrail.

Now, this is a proper old school, tough looking 4x4. I'd buy this over a defender because it's better built with bullet proof reliability.

@anthonyfarnan5935

4 ай бұрын

You can thank Land Rover for the design of this GX 😂

@arkos55

4 ай бұрын

My Defender’s been bulletproof for 50K miles. Most reliable first 50K with any car I’ve ever owned.

I am impressed by this GX, but it does feel 4x4ish!, so for that reason the Toyota version maybe the ticket for those that are going to take it on the real trails. Great job on the review !

I want it.

Don’t have to. The defender will KO itself after 100k mi

First Lexus SUV in ages that doesn't look like a mainstream brand with a fancy badge. It actually looks special.

My friend's Defenders have not been having problems at all, and it is a much better design visually.

@possession3929

4 ай бұрын

let the miles pile on

I would love one but if the dealers mark up the price i might just get a defender ... i love the look of both

@paintedbird6791

4 ай бұрын

The mark-up on GX will last for 2 years. I had to wait 3 years for the mark-up on my LX600 F-sport to disappear.

@richardperry4105

4 ай бұрын

It’s so much more reliable than a Defender. I was going the Defender route too but think I’ll wait.

@Quinton0520

4 ай бұрын

Its a brand new platform we dont know if its reliable!@@richardperry4105

@Ronn58

4 ай бұрын

@@paintedbird6791not all dealerships mark up …. Mine doesn’t

@paintedbird6791

4 ай бұрын

@@Ronn58 You might not reside in Southern California.😁

That brown... What do they call it? Skidmark? Mudslide? Smear? I can't stop thinking of baby diapers. Not a fan. This may be a tough off-roader and very capable, but it needs to be wrapped in some other color. The review though was well thought out, highlighted some really good features and updates, presented effectively.